Daily editionFriday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
Community
A new wildlife overpass on Interstate 90 in Osburn is open and gives safe passage to both animals and drivers after a decade of work and community support.
The project honors civil engineer Kirsten Voorhees who is carrying on truck driver Carl Wilson's (who rallied locals and state partners) vision for wildlife safety.
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Prost in the Park is scheduled for Saturday from noon to 7 p.m. in Q'emiln Park at 12201 W. Parkway Drive in Post Falls—featuring Oktoberfest activities such as a bouncy house, face painting and first responder vehicles from noon to 3 p.m.—and it will also offer beer, food, games and live bands with proceeds benefiting the Post Falls School District and Post Falls Rotary projects.
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Kootenai County nonprofits received $56K from the Forever Idaho grant awarded today by the Idaho Community Foundation to support flexible operating needs.
The funds, given to groups such as Family Promise of North Idaho and Idaho Youth Ranch, will help address local community challenges.
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Culture
The Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra is opening its season with a family-friendly concert that celebrates animals through music by Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals, Haydn’s Symphony No. 82 and Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf at 3 p.m. on Oct. 4 at the Schuler Performing Arts Center at North Idaho College—tickets range from $15 to $35 with free admission for children 5 and under.
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Aspire is launching its ninth season with Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street—about a wronged barber seeking revenge—at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 3 at the Midge and Pepper Smock Family Theatre at the Kroc Center.
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The Coeur d'Alene Public Library Foundation received a donation pledge from Larry Running who will match contributions up to $10,000 by the end of the year—funds that will be used to purchase more online books, including popular ebooks and eaudiobooks.
This boost will help the library meet the growing demand for digital reading options.
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The musical Some Like It Hot is playing at the First Interstate Center for the Arts through Sunday and tells a story set in 1933 Chicago with strong music, dancing and a message of survival and acceptance.
The show features lively chase scenes and fun tap dances—adding energy and heartfelt moments to the performance.
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Howard Frisk's new book, Abandoned Mines of Western Idaho, brings Idaho's mining past to life by showcasing the towering remains of the Hecla Mine in Burke—he highlights its historic storage bin and extensive mining structures to honor the legacy of local miners.
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Education
Christian Center School launched a two-phase Legacy Project to expand its campus with an $8.2 million state-of-the-art gymnasium and adjacent property purchase—$4.9 million in funds are secured as the school plans to break ground by spring 2026.
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Government
A forum held Thursday at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library brought together candidates from Post Falls and Coeur d’Alene—who focused on housing and growth issues—and prompted moderator Stefan Smith to urge citizens to learn more about their local leaders.
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Three firefighters and two law enforcement officers were honored Monday for their heroic efforts during a house fire in Kellogg—where heavy smoke and extreme heat challenged rescue attempts—and received departmental awards recognizing strong interagency cooperation.
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Sports
Lakeland High School in Rathdrum is a finalist in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest and could win a $1 million football field makeover—voters may cast one email vote per day until Oct. 24 and attend a pink-themed home game on Oct. 3—school officials said.
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Accidents
On July 17th, 1905, the Boneta collided with the larger Idaho on the St. Joe River—its hull suffered a 6‑foot hole as the crew rescued passengers, baggage, and horses while the Idaho’s crew offered little help.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
2025 INW Catholic Men's Retreat
Friday, October 3rd, 2025 · 3 PM – 1 PM — Camp Lutherhaven — Various packages available — Engage with inspiring talks and spiritual renewal amid beautiful natural surroundings.
Carnival of the Animals Concert
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 · 3:00–6:00 p.m. — NIC Boswell Hall / Schuler Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience a whimsical musical journey through Saint-Saëns' celebration of 14 enchanting creatures.
Authentic Hawaiian Luau
Saturday, October 11th, 2025 · 5-8:30 p.m. — St. Pius X Hospitality Center — Check event page for cost — Experience great food, live music, and captivating hula dancers.
Cribbage League
Friday, October 17th, 2025 · 6-10 p.m. — The Blue Shell — Casual play with fellow enthusiasts — Bring your favorite board and join the fun of Cribbage every Friday night.
Boundless Love
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · Join us for a joyful evening of generosity and community at our 3rd Annual Boundless Love Banquet, featuring a delicious dinner, silent auction, raffle baskets, and stories of lives changed through the work of Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC). Come be part of our mission to break the cycle of poverty in Kootenai County by equipping local churches to serve neighbors in need with dignity and hope. The event will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Coeur d’Alene Bible Church, with doors opening at 5:30 PM and the program running from 6:00–8:00 PM. Tickets are $50 per person, so reserve your seat today and be part of something truly impactful—because love in action changes everything.
Boundless Love
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · Join us for a joyful evening of generosity and community at our 3rd Annual Boundless Love Banquet, featuring a delicious dinner, silent auction, raffle baskets, and stories of lives changed through the work of Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC). Come be part of our mission to break the cycle of poverty in Kootenai County by equipping local churches to serve neighbors in need with dignity and hope. The event will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Coeur d’Alene Bible Church, with doors opening at 5:30 PM and the program running from 6:00–8:00 PM. Tickets are $50 per person, so reserve your seat today and be part of something truly impactful—because love in action changes everything.
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